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With an increasingly busy lifestyle, most people don’t have the luxury of time. As a result, tasks like chimney cleaning have taken a back seat, leading to the buildup of soot, dust and insects inside chimneys. Over time, this can dramatically reduce the efficiency of your chimney by restricting the airflow – making your chimney […]

As a homeowner with a fireplace, it would be safest if you do a chimney cleaning and a chimney inspection regularly. How often will depend on a number of factors but let us answer why you need your chimney cleaned in the first place. Why Should I Get a Professional Chimney Cleaning? You can do […]

The truth is, there is no absolute rule when it comes to chimney cleaning. The sweeping process often depends on how often you use your fireplace and the kind of fireplace you have. The National Fire Protection Association recommends that chimneys, fireplaces and vents are inspected and cleaned at least once per year. For […]

As a homeowner with a fireplace, your chimney might look great on the outside but on the inside, it could be screaming for attention and to be cleaned and repaired. How can you tell if your chimney needs to be inspected, repaired or cleaned? We perform chimney inspections and our chimney sweeps are highly professional. The […]

Knowing how to clean your chimney properly not only creates a safer environment but saves you time and money. Dirty chimneys can lead to chimney fires. Understanding how to do the chimney cleaning is not that difficult. With the right tools, you can take the shortest time possible to do a chimney cleaning and curb […]

Often, we may not think about chimney sweeping – one of the most important parts of the fireplace – though it is critical for removing the hazard of chimney fires. There isn’t a minimum for how often you should sweep your chimney, but here we’ll clarify how to check the chimney to know when it’s […]

With its glowing embers that emanate warmth; the crackles and radiance, a wood burning fireplace best spells the word home. You certainly don’t want this radiance hindered by a faulty chimney that is reluctant to draw smoke causing your home to be smelly and filled with soot, or even worse, filled with fire! This can […]

The chimney is more than just an architectural structure in your home. It has an important function which is to carry toxic gases emanating from the fireplace, furnace or stove out of your home. As you unwind in front of your fireplace and bask in the sparkling flame, the condition of your chimney is probably […]

Animals are beautiful creatures, right? But certainly not when your chimney becomes their abode. That unsettling movement or unpleasant scaring in your fireplace could be a critter that has found a home in your chimney and fireplace home. Some Common Animals That Can Get Into Your Chimney 1. Squirrels Once in a while, squirrels might […]

When you’re searching for your dream home, finding one with an original fireplace can be the deciding factor. Nothing adds more character and charm to a home than an original masonry fireplace to decorate during the holiday season and to gather around during cold winter nights. While that fireplace can add both monetary and emotional […]